Electronics and the dim future of the university

Article Abstract:

The traditional university functions of information storage, collaboration among scholars and teaching are being undermined by costs, specialization in research fields and the convenience of electronic information. The physical university can still be useful for guidance, role modeling and interaction.

Computer networks, Universities and colleges, Column, Influence, Communication in science, Scientific communication, Information networks

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Kobe's lesson: dial 711 for "open" emergency communications

Article Abstract:

Analysis of communications during the Kobe earthquake indicates that an open-access emergency communication system is more effective than a hierarchical system. A decentralized system of interconnected computer servers is needed for emergency communication.

Planning, Telecommunications systems, Emergency communication systems, Emergency communications systems, Kobe, Japan, Earthquake, 1995

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Through the glass lightly

Article Abstract:

Scientists from a variety of disciplines present their predictions on the research methodologies, discoveries and technologies that will be important in shaping the future.

Technology, Science, Scientists

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